John Deere ST0521E Snow Blower User Manual


 
OPERATION
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SNOWTHROWER OPERATION
The most effective use of the snowthrower will be established
by experience, taking into consideration the terrain, wind
conditions and building location which will determine the
direction of the discharge chute.
NOTE: Do not discharge snow toward a building as
hidden objects could be thrown with sufficient force to
cause damage.
WARNING: Read Owner’s Manual before oper-
ating machine. This machine can be dangerous
if used carelessly.
Never operate the snowthrower without all guards,
covers, and shields in place.
Never direct discharge toward windows or allow by-
standers near machine while engine is running.
Stop the engine whenever leaving the operating posi-
tion.
Disconnect spark plug before unclogging the impeller
housing or the discharge chute and before making re-
pairs or adjustments.
When leaving the machine, remove the ignition key.
To reduce the risk of fire, keep the machine clean and
free from spilled gas, oil and debris.
HOW TO STOP THE SNOWTHROWER
1. To stop throwing snow, release the auger drive lever.
(See Figure 9).
NOTE: If the snowthrower continues to slowly move
forward, see “How To Adjust The Auger Control
Cable” in the Maintenance Section.
2. To stop the engine, move the ignition key to the OFF
position.
HOW TO CONTROL SNOW DISCHARGE
1. Turn the chute control rod to set the direction of the
snow throwing. (See Figure 7)
2. Loosen the wing knob on the chute deflector and move
the deflector to set the distance. Move the deflector (Up)
for more distance, (Down) for less distance. Then tighten
the wing knob (See Figure 8).
Figure 8
Wing Knob
Deflector Down
Deflector Up
HOW TO THROW SNOW
1. Engage the auger drive lever. (See Figure 9).
2. To stop throwing snow, release the auger drive lever.
HOW TO MOVE FORWARD
1. Hold the auger drive lever against the handle (See
Figure 9). The auger will begin rotating.
2. To go forward, raise the handle to allow the rubber au-
ger blades to contact the ground. Maintain a firm hold on
the handle as the snowthrower starts to move forward.
Guide the snowthrower by moving the handle either left
or right. Do not attempt to push the snowthrower.
3. To stop, release the auger drive lever.
NOTE: If the auger continues to rotate, see “How To
Adjust The Auger Control Cable” in the Maintenance
section.
Figure 9
Auger
Drive Lever
“Z” Hook